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Make a Difference for Those 60+
Your investment in those 60+ in Story County improves the programs, resources, and services available in our area. Your support doesn’t just make an impact on the lives of those 60+ either. When you give to Heartland of Story County, you are also supporting caregivers, loved ones, and your own future opportunities for independent, life-enriching years ahead.

Donations Support Around 20% of Heartland of Story County’s Annual Budget
75% of Participants We Serve Need Financial Assistance
WAYS TO GIVE
Heartland of Story County is a non-profit, tax-exempt Iowa corporation. Your donation makes a difference in the lives of those 60+ in Story County. We gratefully welcome financial donations at any time throughout the year to support our mission. Your generosity helps support programs, services, and events that foster community wellness.
Planned Giving
Make a charitable gift to Heartland of Story County part of your long-term legacy and financial planning. Planned giving allows the donor to plan the nature and timing of a donation to make the greatest impact for those 60+ in Story County that you’re supporting, while also gaining tax benefits. The most common form of planned giving is a bequest, in which a person’s will provides a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to Heartland of Story County.
Please consult a qualified attorney or other professional financial advisor to determine the timing that works for you and to maximize the tax benefits of your gift.
Deferred Gifts
Identify Heartland of Story County as a beneficiary in your will, personal insurance policy, or retirement policy (e.g., a 401(K) program), to serve individuals 60+ in a program or service of your choosing or to support the greatest need of our organization.
IRA Charitable Rollover:
For donors 70 ½ or older, make tax-wise gifts to organizations you support like Heartland. Qualifying donors can transfer up to $100,000 of IRA assets to public charities without being subject to federal income taxes on the distribution.
The Heartland Endowment Fund
Donate to the Endowment Fund and know your generosity will be distributed solely for grants, loans, and gifts that aid, support, and assist Heartland of Story County.
HOW TO GIVE
Online Contributions
Give securely online by clicking the button below. You can indicate if there is a specific program you would like to contribute to in the form.
Check Contributions
Mail check donations to our office at:
205 S. Walnut Ave.
Ames, Iowa, 50010